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Children’s License Agreement

Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta (“CHOA”) provides free access to certain materials and information, documentation, forms, questionnaires and diagrams relating to the study, prevention, and treatment of concussions via this website and its related pages, including without limitation, for your reference or download (collectively, the “Concussion Program Materials”) as described in this License agreement (“Agreement”). By accessing the Concussion Program Materials, you accept and agree to the terms and conditions of this Agreement.

1. Right to Access and Use. CHOA hereby provides you a fully-paid, nontransferable, nonexclusive, personal right and license to access, download, or otherwise use any Concussion Program Materials solely for the following purposes:

(i) if you are accessing the materials as a parent, you may use the Concussion Program Materials for your personal, non-commercial use to educate yourself and your family on concussion prevention and treatment for a child;

(ii) if you are accessing the materials as an athletics coach or on behalf of a school organization, you may use the Concussion Program Materials to promote concussion safety to your staff, students and athletes and to create appropriate concussion management procedures; and

(iii) if you are a healthcare provider, you may use the Concussion Program Materials for your personal, professional development to enhance your medical knowledge in the field of concussions. You acknowledge the Concussion Program Materials are not to be used as definitive diagnostic tools with any specific patient and your independent medical judgment will be used to treat any patient.

You must maintain all CHOA proprietary notices on the Concussion Program Materials. You may not copy, modify, adapt, reverse engineer or create derivative works of the Concussion Program Materials or remove any copyright or other proprietary rights notices therefrom. Notwithstanding the foregoing, where indicated in the Concussion Program Materials, schools and sports organizations are permitted to co-brand certain of the Concussion Program Materials with CHOA’s prior written consent. Additionally, schools, sports programs and recreational leagues may put their own logo on the Concussion Policy and modify it to meet their needs. CHOA may update, replace or remove some or all of the Concussion Program Materials from time to time, and you should check back with the website to determine if the Concussion Program Materials you downloaded are current.

2. Reservation of Rights. Except for the limited license provided to you in Section 1 of this Agreement, no express or implied license, right, or ownership interest of any kind is granted to you with respect to any of the Concussion Program Materials or any copyrights, trademarks, or other intellectual property rights therein. CHOA reserves all rights not expressly granted in this Agreement.

3. Disclaimer of Medical Advice. The Concussion Program Materials do not constitute specific medical advice and are provided as information resources only. The Concussion Program Materials do not create a patient-physician relationship and should not be used as a substitute for professional advice and treatment from a licensed doctor. In the case of a concern, a medical professional should be consulted. In the event of an emergency, you should call 911 or go to the nearest emergency department immediately. By licensing the Concussion Program Materials, CHOA is not assuming any duty to update the Concussion Program Materials, and you are responsible for reviewing and approving the Concussion Program Materials for your use.

4. No Warranties. While CHOA makes efforts to provide materials that accurately reflect the research and information CHOA is authorized to make available publicly, THE CONCUSSION PROGRAM AND ALL RELATED MATERIALS ARE MADE AVAILABLE TO YOU ON AN “AS IS” BASIS AND CHOA DISCLAIMS ANY AND ALL WARRANTIES, WHETHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION ANY WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, TITLE, AND NON-INFRINGEMENT.

5. Limitation of Liability. IN NO EVENT WILL CHOA OR ITS AFFILIATES, OR ANY OF THE OFFICERS, DIRECTORS, SHAREHOLDERS, EMPLOYEES, AGENTS OR REPRESENTATIVES OF CHOA OR ITS AFFILIATES, BE LIABLE TO YOU FOR ANY INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, EXEMPLARY, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OR LOSS OF GOODWILL OR PROFIT IN ANY WAY ARISING FROM OR RELATING TO THIS AGREEMENT OR THE MATERIALS, HEREUNDER, INCLUDING THE FAILURE OF ESSENTIAL PURPOSE, EVEN IF NOTIFIED OF THE POSSIBILITY OR LIKELIHOOD OF SUCH DAMAGES. IN ANY EVENT, THE LIABILITY OF CHOA AND ITS AFFILIATES, AND THE OFFICERS, DIRECTORS, SHAREHOLDERS, EMPLOYEES, AGENTS AND REPRESENTATIVES OF CHOA AND ITS AFFILIATES, FOR ANY DAMAGES WHATSOEVER, SHALL NOT EXCEED ONE HUNDRED DOLLARS.

6. Governing Law. This Agreement shall be construed and governed in accordance with the laws of the State of Georgia of the United States of America, without regard to its rules regarding conflicts of law.

7. General. This Agreement constitutes the entire agreement between the parties regarding its subject matter and supersedes any prior understanding or agreement respecting the subject matter of this Agreement. You irrevocably waive any and all right to trial by jury in any legal proceeding arising out of or relating to this Agreement or Concussion Program Materials. If any provision of this Agreement is held invalid, the remainder of this Agreement will continue in full force and effect.

Community and Government Affairs

Measuring our impact on the community.

Measuring our impact on the community.

Our Impact On Georgia

Community benefit report

We know Georgians are counting on us to make a difference—both in the lives of kids and in the strength of our communities. In 2017, Children's provided $217.6 million in community benefit, serving more than 391,000 children. We serve kids from all 159 counties in Georgia.

Medicaid’s impact on us
A reduction to the Medicaid budget means vital services would be at risk.

In 2017, we provided $147.6 million in care to approximately 236,000 children whose families could not cover the costs of their care. Patients who received this care include the uninsured and also children covered by Medicaid, for whom we are reimbursed less than what it costs to provide care.

We receive payment that is less than cost. Children comprise almost 60 percent of the Medicaid enrollment, but make up less than one quarter of spending.

For every 1 percent reduction in Medicaid provider payments, Children's is negatively impacted by approximately $6.3 million.

Our economic impact on the state
Children's directly employs more than 11,500 and serves patients from all 159 counties, making our impact on Georgia’s economy significant.

In 2017, more than 22,000 children visited our Emergency Departments for trauma care, and we treat about 60 percent of pediatric trauma patients in the state.

Studies show children need specialists.

Children’s is ranked among the nation’s top pediatric hospitals in all 10 specialties in U.S. News & World Report’s 2019-20 edition of “Best Children's Hospitals.”

There are a limited number of board-certified pediatric physiatrists in the U.S., and we have three on staff.

In 2018, we performed more than 43,333 surgical procedures—more than any other children’s hospital in the country.

Through the use of specialized cameras and live video, our telemedicine specialists provide consultations and evaluations to children who do not have access to a pediatric specialist close to their homes.

In addition to educating hundreds of trainees through our own research and treatment programs, we are teaching professionals around the world how to diagnose and treat children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD).

A 2016 study by the Annie E. Casey Foundation reports that the health of Georgia's children ranks 42nd in the nation. Children's is taking a lead on improving this ranking as part of our dedication to making kids better today and healthier tomorrow.

Children's is an academic, strategic or research partner with Emory University School of Medicine, Georgia Institute of Technology, Georgia Cancer Coalition and the Medical College of Georgia.

Community Affairs

Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta has a long tradition of community involvement. From employee volunteers to community outreach efforts, we strive to reach outside our hospital walls to educate and support families with clinical services in many neighborhoods around Atlanta.

Our community development officers collaborate with community leaders and support Children’s services and mission with local outreach activities. They work to develop community engagement plans that create recognition and acceptance for Children’s as the area's premier pediatric healthcare provider.

This includes developing relationships with local governments, corporate employers, school systems, donors, volunteers and patient families for the purpose of linking Children’s services and programs to the communities it serves.

Organize a fundraiser or service project

Are you a member of a service, professional or social group looking for a charity to support? Or are you part of a business or organization that coordinates philanthropic events? Consider designating Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta as your beneficiary. Big or small, your fundraisers—everything from road races and cycling events to golf and tennis tournaments, food and wine tastings and black-tie affairs—can help us meet the critical needs of the young patients at Children’s.

Community Health Needs Assessment

In 2013, Children’s conducted its first Community Health Needs Assessment (CHNA). With input from a broad range of truly remarkable healthcare leaders passionate about the interests of children and adolescents, we identified and prioritized pediatric community health needs to help advance the health and wellness of children and adolescents within our community. All 10 of the health needs identified in the 2013 CHNA have been addressed by programs and services at Children’s.

To continue to advance the health and wellness of children and adolescents within our community, we conducted our second CHNA in 2016. The assessment helps Children’s better understand the needs of the pediatric healthcare community, informs our community benefit activities and influences our strategic planning efforts. Our Board of Trustees has adopted the 2017-2019 Community Health Needs Implementation Plans for Egleston and Scottish Rite hospitals and is committed to expanding and leveraging our existing programs, services and resources to improve the health of children in our community.

2019 Community Boards

Our community boards are composed of local business, community and nonprofit leaders who are not only dedicated to community service, but also focused on the needs and well-being of children in their communities. Board members work as advocates and liaisons between the community and Children's.

As liaisons, they often voice the needs and concerns of the community to Children's, expressing how the healthcare system can better serve the community. The Children's Community Board plays a vital role in advancing the Children's mission of making children better today and healthier tomorrow.

Government Affairs

Many aspects of healthcare are regulated by government policy, and there are opportunities for policies to affect the way a healthcare entity operates.

Because Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta is one of the largest pediatric healthcare systems in the nation—and the largest provider of Medicaid services in Georgia—we must remain focused on public policy issues at the federal and state levels.

The government controls how many rooms and beds Children’s has, certain qualifications staff must meet and, in large part, how Children's is paid for its services. Our Government Affairs department works with state and federal officials to find legislative solutions for the issues affecting Children’s and to advance effective health policies for Georgia’s children. In addition, public policy plays an integral role in the daily operations at Children’s.

Each year, the Georgia General Assembly meets to review and pass legislation, and the Children’s Government Affairs team closely monitors legislation concerning child health and healthcare. Our Government Affairs team writes bills and speaks before the General Assembly to represent the needs of patients at Children's and children statewide.

At the federal level, the department works with members of the Georgia congressional delegation as well as other key congressional members to advocate for programs and supporting the drafting of legislation that positively impacts the health of Georgia’s children. Additionally, the department manages the relationships with all the federal agencies to influence federal policy.